Bhimadebpur - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Bhimadebpur is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Padmanavapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhimadebpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhimadebpur is 412808. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bhimadebpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhimadebpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhimadebpur village had a total population of 155 people, including 73 males and 82 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.87%, with male literacy at 40.68% and female literacy at 27.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 73 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 54 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 49 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Bhimadebpur
Bhimadebpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhimadebpur
Bhimadebpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Bhimadebpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bhimadebpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhimadebpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhimadebpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhimadebpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhimadebpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhimadebpur
Where is Bhimadebpur located?
Bhimadebpur village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhimadebpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhimadebpur is Padmanavapur.
What is the pincode of Bhimadebpur?
The pincode of Bhimadebpur is 761007.
What is the population of Bhimadebpur?
Bhimadebpur had a total population of 155, including 73 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Bhimadebpur?
Bhimadebpur had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhimadebpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhimadebpur was 33.87%. Male literacy was 40.68% and female literacy was 27.69%.